Bhubaneswar: Renew Green Energy Group has expressed interest in developing large-scale green energy projects in Odisha, including green ammonia and green methanol plants, as well as green power generation. During a meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan on Wednesday, the Group’s delegation presented these ambitious proposals to Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh…
Bhubaneswar: This morning, Odisha’s Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Water Resources (DoWR), Anu Garg, chaired a critical review meeting at the Flood Control Cell of Secha Sadan in Bhubaneswar to assess preparedness amid concerns about Cyclone Dana’s impact. Senior officers from the Department of Water Resources joined the meeting to evaluate the…
Bhubaneswar: The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, is expected to announce the results of the High School Certificate (HSC) Examination, in the second week of May. This was confirmed by BSE President Srikant Tarai during a media interaction on Tuesday. Updating on the ongoing evaluation process, Tarai said, “The paper checking for the Class…
New Delhi: The Indian football team has retained its 124th spot while Lionel Messi’s Argentina consolidated the top position in the latest FIFA rankings issued on Thursday. Argentina’s unbeaten run to the continental title glory strengthened their hold at the top spot. India heaved a sigh of relief as it didn’t drop any place in…
Bhubaneswar: The 64th meeting of the Central Geological Programming Board (CGPB) was held today at the State Convention Centre, Lokseva Bhavan, Bhubaneswar. Chaired by V.L. Kantha Rao, Secretary, Ministry of Mines and Chairman, CGPB, the event brought together stakeholders from exploration, research, and mining sectors to discuss advancements in geosciences and strategies for sustainable mineral…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Mines, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology-Indian School of Mines (IIT-ISM), Dhanbad, successfully organized a one-day workshop on the State Mining Index. Held today, the workshop aimed to introduce a comprehensive tool for stakeholders in the mining sector to assess various aspects related to the Ease of Doing…
Bhubaneswar: Marking World Elephant Day 2025, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday appealed to citizens to join hands in safeguarding elephants — creatures he described as both cultural icons and vital custodians of the state’s ecological balance. “Elephants are an integral and inseparable part of Odisha’s cultural heritage and natural environment. From the…
New Delhi: The CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) organized a virtual workshop today on “Interactive and New Approaches to Communicate Science in Assamese.” The workshop aimed to enhance science communication skills, covering popular science writing, video production, podcasts, and social media engagement in Assamese. Aspiring and experienced science communicators, teachers, and…
Gir, Gujarat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked World Wildlife Day with a visit to Gir National Park, home to the majestic Asiatic Lion. Taking a morning safari, he reflected on his long-standing association with Gir and lauded the collective conservation efforts that have led to a steady increase in the Asiatic lion population over the…
Bhubaneswar: The Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Link Project (301 km) has reached a significant milestone with the breakthrough of a 700-meter-long escape tunnel within the 4,185-meter-long main tunnel in the Adhenigarh-Charichhak section, located under the deep reserve forest of the Madhapur Forest Range in Boudh District. This achievement was made possible by the dedicated efforts of…
